Well, here is rather personal question but I simply must ask: do you smooch in public? Here is the thing, Balazs and I went for a movie last night with a few friends. After the movie we had an interesting conversation: being affectionate in public. I'm not much of a touchy-feely type but I adore an occasional smooch. For some reason, I just simply like to keep those things more private I guess.

In essence my conclusion was that with years all our couple-friends became less and less affectionate in public but still affectionate in private (at least most of them). But the thing that really stuck with me was what my best friend said. She said that nowadays she finds her husband’s little glimpses across the table or room the most special and romantic because it’s their little time together without people noticing. I love that!

So, lovelies, how about you? Do you like smooching in public or are you a bit shy about it? Did that change over the years? How does your partner, husband, boyfriend feel about it all? Are you both on the same page? (As previously, if you don’t feel comfortable talking about it, you can always leave your comment anonymously)

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I don't do things in public which are meant to be done in private. Public space is open for all, hence public. Public space is always social. If everyone started kissing in public spaces there would be no human social contact.

It sounds silly, but in a big crowd where we know no one, Stephen and I are obnoxiously kissing and cuddling; however, when we're at a friend's house for a party we're pretty PG. I guess it's just the idea of being anonymous in public.

To be honest, my husband and I never have been the affecionate type. We always kept our emotions to ourselves but always showed them in our private time. What your friend said made my heart swoon because little looks from my husband rock my world too. Great topic, girl. xo

we aren't talking making out but just a simple kiss, Yes!We hold hands, give a sweet kiss, hug and walk with head on shoulder.Why not, we LOVE each other and its normal.If I would wait to kiss him when we got home it would be a snub, like I was embarrassed of our love.Amyoh and we have been together 12 years

My husband and I are way kissy in public and in private. I mean, we'd never make out in public but we definitely do kiss and hug and cuddle like their's no one watching. We've had a lot of discussion about the appropriateness of our public loving but in all honesty we tend to not care. We've been married almost eight years and still act like newlyweds. I think that's fun.

This is such an interesting theme. I am very touchy-feely with my partner but only when we are around people who we feel comfortable with or when we are alone. I love holding hands and hugging in public but I wouldn't start french-kissing in a middle of a sidewalk. The photos you posted are incredibly spot on. xo

i've never felt comfortable with more than a quick kiss in public, and i feel uncomfortable watching other people makeout in public.... but seeing couples be affectionate in other ways like holding hands, quick pecks on the cheek and holding doors for eachother is super sweet!

I will admit...the older I get, the more I like to make out (just a little!) wherever we may be. After 17 years together and almost 10 years married...any chance we get out alone in public, the sparks start flying! LOL!Best,Tina

I love to hold hands or be linked arm in arm with my boyfriend when we walk down the street. It just feels right. I also like catching a smooch here and there, but I don't do it to draw attention.Honestly, when we are out with others, I like to wink at him from time to time for our special private moments in public.